System1, Inc. filed a Form 8-K on October 30, 2026, disclosing that Charles Ursini voluntarily resigned as President and Chief Operating Officer, effective the close of business on October 30, 2026, while remaining on the company's Board of Directors.

Key Highlights

  • Voluntary resignation: Charles Ursini notified System1, Inc. of his resignation as President and Chief Operating Officer on October 26, 2026.
  • Effective date: The resignation took effect at the close of business on October 30, 2026.
  • Tenure: Ursini had served as President and Chief Operating Officer since April 2024, according to the filing.
  • Continued board role: Following his resignation, Ursini will remain a member of the Company's Board of Directors.
  • Strategic advisor: The filing states Ursini will also serve as a strategic advisor to the company's management.

Charles Ursini's Departure from System1's Executive Leadership

According to the Form 8-K filed with the SEC, System1, Inc. (NYSE:SST) disclosed that Charles Ursini notified the company of his voluntary resignation as President and Chief Operating Officer on October 26, 2026. The resignation became effective at the close of business on October 30, 2026, the same date the report was filed.

The filing notes that Ursini had held the President and Chief Operating Officer roles since April 2024. His departure from those executive positions does not represent a full separation from the company. According to the filing, Ursini "will continue to serve on the Company's Board of Directors and will serve as a strategic advisor to the Company's management" following the resignation.

The 8-K was signed by Daniel J. Weinrot, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary of System1, Inc., on October 30, 2026. The filing was made under Item 5.02 of Form 8-K, which covers the departure of directors or certain officers, election of directors, appointment of certain officers, and compensatory arrangements of certain officers. No successor to the President and Chief Operating Officer roles was named in the filing.

What Was Disclosed

System1, Inc. reported the voluntary resignation of Charles Ursini as President and COO, effective October 30, 2026. Ursini will retain his board seat and take on a strategic advisor role. No replacement appointment was announced in the filing.